1986 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (211 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 538 kg more than 1986 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (159 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | CX | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |
